Emperador Says Whyte & Mackay Deal Will Further Expansion

MANILA—Emperador Inc. said its deal to acquire whisky maker Whyte & Mackay Group Ltd. for £430 million ($725 million) dovetails with the Philippine liquor producer's plan to expand its global footprint.

Emperador, already one of the world's biggest producers of brandy, said the purchase will give the company access to the second-fastest...